Transcript Information for Juniors

10th Grade: Graduation and Beyond
Teri Owen, College Counselor
Aubrey Pasmyn, Counselor
LAUSD GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
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Subject Requirements / Credits Required
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English
College Prep Math
College Prep Biology Science
College Prep Physical Science
Social Science
Visual/Performing Arts
Physical Education
Health
Applied Technology
Electives
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In addition: CAHSEE Math/ELA, Computer Literacy, Service Learning
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40 credits
20 credits
10 credits
10 credits
30 credits
10 credits
20 credits
5 credits
10 credits
75 credits
= total of 230 credits
Credit Recovery Options
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Summer School
LAUSD: one 5 credit course at Chatsworth or Grant HS
(enrollment form from counselor to replace Fs only)
OFL: two-three 5 credit courses at OFL Center
(enrollment form from counselor)
OFY: two 5 credit courses at OFY Center
(enrollment form from counselor)
Adult School: various courses available (see counselor)
Community Colleges: accepted courses on handout
ROP: Check Counseling Office in May
WVOC: Check with WVOC for available classes
Credit Recovery Options
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During school year
Adult School: one course at a time when student in
good standing at Taft
Community College: classes listed on handout, as
approved by College Office
ROP: course offerings vary (see counselor Fall 2013)
WVOC: course offerings vary
(check with WVOC and counselor Fall 2013)
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Students notified if and when other options available
What’s Ahead: Counseling for Juniors
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Counselors adjust schedules during first several weeks of
fall/spring semesters to ensure on track for graduation
Counselors meet w/ juniors in spring to review remaining
graduation requirements and credit recovery options
Honors/AP meetings held during spring for applications
“Graduation and Beyond” parent meeting scheduled
during student’s junior year
All juniors called to College Office for individual meetings
Life After High School…
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Students choose different things after high school
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Depends on personal situation
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Options include:
College/University
Employment
Vocational School
Military
Gap Year
College Name Game
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How many colleges can you think of?
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3,000+ schools in the United States alone…
What’s in a name???
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DON’T FALL INTO THE NAME TRAP!
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Just because you haven’t heard of it, doesn’t mean it’s not an
excellent school!
California’s Higher Education System
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Community Colleges – 2 year colleges
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California State Universities – 4 year universities
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(i.e. CSUN, CSULA, San Diego State, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo)
University of California – 4 year universities
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(i.e. Pierce,Valley, Santa Monica, Moorpark, Glendale)
(i.e. UCB, UCLA, UCSB, UCSD, UCI, UCD, UCSC, UCR, UCM)
Private Universities – 4 year colleges and universities
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(i.e. USC, Pepperdine, Loyola Marymount, Cal Lutheran)
UC/CSU A-G Eligibility Requirements
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2 years required (3-4 recommended)
4 years required
3 years required (4 recommended)
1 year biological, 1 year physical
(3-4 years recommended)
E-World Language: 2 years required (3-4 recommended)
F-Visual/Performing Art: 1 year required
G-Additional Academic Elective requirement-1 year min.
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Eligible DOES NOT equal competitive!
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A-Social Studies:
B-English:
C-Math:
D-Lab Science:
Standardized Testing Options
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SAT Reasoning (2400 pt scale) or ACT (36 pt scale)
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3 ½ hr test; equally accepted
Required by most 4-year universities
SAT Reasoning: Math,Verbal, Writing
ACT: Math, English, Reading, Science, Writing
Can be taken multiple times
SAT Subject Tests (800 pt scale)
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1 hr test in specific subject areas
2 or 3 required by some 4-year schools
Some UC Campuses recommend tests for certain majors
Student chooses which tests to take
Can be taken multiple times
Testing Tips
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Take each test more than once to improve scores
Test prep (practice makes a difference)
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Prep books
Prep courses
Tutors / Practice exams
2 fee waivers for each test available, if eligible (i.e.
school lunch program)
Take Subject Test(s) after completing subject
courses
College Admittance Criteria
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Most schools take holistic approach
Academics:
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Test scores: SAT/ACT, Subject Tests (if required)
Extracurricular activities at school:
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Grades (Cs or better, Ds not accepted for college)
Challenging coursework
Concurrent enrollment in community college classes
Sports, clubs, music, drama, leadership, etc.
Community service / Volunteer work outside school:
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Find your passion! Make a commitment!
College Admittance Criteria
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Personal Essays (if required)
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Letters of Recommendation (if required or optional;
students must give counselors/teachers advanced notice)
Participation in special programs
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Leadership
Life experience
Personal qualities (what makes student unique and a good fit)
Awards / recognition
Summer programs, internships, employment, etc.
Special factors
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Talent, legacy, first in family to attend college, diversity, etc.
GPAs/Class Rank
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Every Taft student has 3 unique GPAs
LAUSD: 9th – 11th grade marks on 4.0 scale,
with ¼ pt. weighting for all AP classes
(senior ranking determined with this GPA,
recalculated after 12th grade fall final marks)
UC/CSU: 10th -11th grade marks on 4.0 scale,
with full pt. weighting for all AP classes and
applicable honors courses (see flyer)
Financial Aid: 10th-11th grade unweighted marks on
4.0 scale (excludes PE)
Deciding Factors:
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4-year vs. 2-year
Housing
Location
Cost/Financial aid package
Degrees offered
Weather
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Extracurricular activities
Size (small vs. big)
Special programs
Unique college life aspects
Academic focus
What is the best fit for student?
Take a tour/virtual tour
Community College Option
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Eligibility
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Accelerated programs
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18 years old or high school diploma
Placement exams in Math and English
Honors Programs
College credit for AP tests (scores of 3 or higher)
Transfer agreements with certain 4 year colleges and
universities
Technical / Specialized programs
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Less expensive than private technical school
Skills for job placement (nursing, culinary arts, fire science)
Choosing Community College Over 4-Year
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Lower cost
Closer to home
Smaller class size
Bridge to a four year school
Programs not offered at 4-year college
Easy entrance requirements
Complete general education requirements before transfer
Opportunity to decide on major
Not accepted to school of choice
Opportunity to transfer to dream college or university
Choose schools wisely!
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Safety schools
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Competitive schools
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likely to be accepted, not guaranteed
Reach schools
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must have AT LEAST ONE safety school
very competitive, may not be accepted
Pick schools in each category
UCLA, UCB, UCSD, and UCSB are
COMPETITIVE/REACH schools for everyone!
Paying for College
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Forms of financial aid
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Grants
Scholarships
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fastweb.com
finaid.com
scholarships.com
Loans
Work study
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Sources of financial aid
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Federal government
State government
University grants
Private organizations for
scholarships
Lending institutions
Sophomore Timeline (remainder of year)
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March:
Plan next year’s classes
April:
Think about SAT / ACT
May:
AP exams
June-August:
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Have summer activities (volunteer, job, etc.)
Increase GPA through college classes/summer school
Explore possible career choices/educational goals
College research
Junior Timeline (prep for senior year)
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Aug/Sept:
October:
January-March:
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June:
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Center
Summer:
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Check A-G requirements w/ counselor
Take PSAT
Standardized test prep
AP/Honors meetings, senior class planning
SAT Reasoning/ACT
AP exams
SAT/ACT or SAT Subject tests
Athletes file w/ NCAA Eligibility
College research and visits
Work on essays/personal statements (sample prompts online)
Final GPA boost through college classes/summer school
Scholarship search
College Office Services/Assistance
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Peer College Counselors
Junior meetings
Catalogs and brochures
Application workshops
College application help
College rep visits
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Scholarships
Financial aid information
Concurrent Enrollment
Test prep materials
Recommendations
Senior Rank/GPAs
Contact Information
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Teri Owen, college counselor: [email protected]
(818) 227-3636
Aubrey Pasmyn, counselor:
[email protected]
(818) 227-3619
Counseling Office: (818) 227-3610
Website:
www.tafthigh.org  “College Corner”
THE END…or just the beginning?
Questions?